Immigration
Introduction
A globally competitive immigration system is essential so that UK employers are able to attract international talent where key roles cannot be easily filled through domestic skills.
We work closely with the government’s Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) to ensure that the skills needs of the food and drink manufacturing industry are being considered and to help build a strong pipeline of talent, both domestic and international.
Review of Engineering Occupations
The Migration Advisory Committee is currently reviewing engineering professional occupations on behalf of the government to better understand the reasons for their reliance on international recruitment.
Immigration White Paper
The UK Government will shortly publish its Immigration White Paper. The government’s aim is to align immigration policy with skills development and domestic workforce needs – with the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) working more closely with Skills England.
The White Paper is expected to contain measures to reduce legal migration, link visa sponsorship with training, and strengthen the MAC.
Skilled Worker Visa
The Skilled Worker visa allows qualifying foreign nationals to come to the UK to work for an approved sponsor in an eligible role. The minimum annual salary threshold for a Skilled Worker Visa is currently £38,700.
This salary threshold is lowered for certain occupations on the Immigration Salary List (ISL).
